SE Electronics SE8 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Mic with Gold Sputtered Diaphragm

The sE8 is a hand-crafted small-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone with a gold-sputtered capsule for live and recording applications. Engineered for balanced, transparent, natural sound and detailed transient response, it handles quiet sources and loud drums alike.

Two switchable pre-attenuation pads (-10 / -20 dB) and selectable 80 / 160 Hz low-pass filters extend dynamic range and control low-end buildup. The all-metal chassis and gold-plated 3-pin XLR connector reject interference and ensure long-term signal reliability.

Features

• 3-micron gold-sputtered diaphragm
• Handcrafted, hand-tuned capsule
• Precision electrode design for linear, natural response
• Backplate design for smooth sound and consistent off-axis response
• Transformerless class-A circuitry with low noise and no integrated circuits
• Switchable -10 / -20 dB pads for close-miking loud sources
• Switchable 80 / 160 Hz low-pass filters
• All-metal chassis for efficient rejection of electrical interference
• Includes mic clip with thread adapter and windscreen

Specifications

• Capsule: Hand-crafted 1/2" true condenser
• Polar pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Sensitivity: 25 mV/Pa (-32 dBV)
• Max SPL: 139 / 149 / 159 dB (0 / 10 / 20 dB pad, 0.5% THD @ 1 kHz)
• Equivalent noise level: 13 dB(A)
• Dynamic range: 126 / 136 / 146 dB (0 / 10 / 20 dB pad)
• Signal to noise ratio: 81 dB
• Low-cut filter: 80 / 160 Hz, 6 dB/oct, switchable
• Attenuation pad: 10 / 20 dB, switchable
• Electrical impedance: 110 ohms
• Recommended load impedance: >1k ohms
• Connectivity: 3-pin male XLR connector
• Power: 48V phantom power (P48 according to IEC 61938)
• Current consumption: 2.7 mA
• Diameter: 23 mm (0.91 in.)
• Length: 120 mm (4.72 in.)
• Weight: 141 g (4.97 oz.)

In the Box

• sE8 microphone
• Mic clip with thread adapter
• Windscreen